Library of Things
The Howland Public Library's Library of Things (LOT) is a collection of unconventional items that expand upon the idea of what libraries offer to the community. The LOT supports the library's mission to "provide free and equal access to information, education, enrichment and personal growth experiences."
The library's goal with this collection is to support lifelong learning and provide community members with opportunities to Explore, Play, Create and Connect.
“Things” to Check Out!
Borrow anything from calculators to ukuleles. Explore your world with museum passes or STEAM discovery kits. Play video games, a round of tennis, or a game of chess. Create a masterpiece with our arts and crafts kits. Connect with the world with WiFi hotspots or a GoPro camera.
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Chess Set
Giant Tumbling Timber
Jumbo 4-to-Score Giant Game Set
Sorry! Vintage Bookshelf Edition
Trivial Pursuit Vintage Bookshelf Edition
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Bow Rake
Garden Hoe
Garden Rake
Garden Tiller
Garden Tool Set
Kill A Watt Energy Detector
Leaf Rake
Outdoor Extension Cord
Pressure Washer
Round Point Shovel
Sidewalk Scraper Garden Tool
Sod Lifter Garden Tool
Square Shovel
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Folding Electronic Piano
Tibetan Singing Bowl Set
Ukulele Starter Kit
Victrola Record Player
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CAMPROS CP Tent (8 people)
KAZOO Camping Tent (2-4 people)
Kids Portable Telescopic Fishing Rod Set
Nature Explorer’s Backpack: Birding
Nature Explorer’s Backpack: Forests
Nature Explorer’s Backpack: Insects
Nature Explorer’s Backpack: Nighttime
Nature Explorer’s Backpack: Tracking
Outdoor Volleyball and Badminton Combo Set
Stay Sharp: Things that Fly: Bird & Butterfly Kit
Tennis Racket Set
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Google Cardboard Viewer
Interactive Companion Pet Tabby Cat
Stay Sharp: On the Road Again: Travel Kit
Library of Things items may be checked out by patrons who are 18 years or older, have a library card in good standing, and are residents of the Beacon City School District. All patrons must sign a Borrowers Agreement to borrow from our Library of Things. Get all the details in our Library of Things Policy.
At this time, the Library is not accepting donations for the Library of Things. If you would like to suggest an item be added to the Library of Things, a suggestion box is located at the Library.
